Anyone think that they've become more materialistic in this industry?

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I have probably become less materialistic because as a female working around all men: I never envy the material possessions of other women simply because I never see any other women! There is nobody around me whose dress or jewelry or accessories I can envy! I wear the same five suits over and over and it doesn’t matter to anyone what brand they are

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One thing I've learned over 15+ years are my happiest clients aren't enamored with their possessions. They are motivated by their family and experiences.

I grew up dirt poor and thought having things would make me happier. Now that we can afford things, I don't want them.

Less materialistic here.

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I notice my wealthy friends are the least materialistic and it is the people who don’t have any wealth who are crazy about material things

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No, more humble. Clients trust and value my advice.

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I am a CFP who is not motivated by money. I want what is good for my clients.

Used to be when I took some big income leaps in the early years but last few years of expansion has actually gotten me almost to a point of oversaving where I stop and say “dude, treat yourself, you can’t take this with you.” Anyone ever feel that way?

That said when I do treat myself it’s definitely more on experience over material. Nicer hotels, first class flying, tasting menus, etc

Having the financial freedom to treat yourself once in a while is certainly nice. And I do do it sometimes but well within my means. My wife is pretty frugal, some of her friends are very much into high-end name brand stuff, but thank goodness she is not. All in all, I would say we are probably slightly less materialistic than before coming into the industry.

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